10 books for a diverse bookshelf (1-3): summer 23

Daddy and Lenny are playing hide-and-seek. Daddy looks everywhere, but keeps missing Lenny! Until he spots a trail of jam… 

Super dynamic, brightly coloured illustrations and typography fizz and pop to match the energy of these vehicle-loving girls.

Illustrations singing with colour and nature celebrate the camaraderie and trust between each of these different caregiver/child pairs.

Rosa and her friends can think of so many ways to play with her toy cars!

Ideal for bedtimes, this lyrical beauty celebrates family time. With soothing text and gentle repetition, it’s inspired by a Nigerian lullaby. 

A little girl gets ready for bed – but the family’s naughty little dog has other ideas!

A nursery morality tale about sharing, told in simple rhymes and emotive illustrations.

Clive plays libraries with his regular crew – a sweet, diverse bunch of friends, uninhibited by gender stereotypes.

Through simple text accompanied by vibrant illustrations in a beautiful, bright palette, we witness different examples of kindness.

Babies love peekaboo! This pull-and-grab book entertains your little one with this well-loved game and even features a fun mirror!